Aaron McIntyre
Beaufort
Summary
Professional emergency response specialist with experience in fire suppression, rescue operations, and hazardous material handling. Strong focus on teamwork, ensuring safety, and achieving operational goals. Reliable and adaptable with skills in emergency medical response, incident command, and community education. Known for effective communication, physical stamina, and quick decision-making.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter III / Paramedic
City of Beaufort / Town of Port Royal Fire Dep.
02.2023 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Enhanced overall departmental performance by attending professional development courses and conferences, sharing acquired knowledge with colleagues upon return.
- Trained new recruits in fire suppression techniques, improving team efficiency and readiness.
Engineer / Paramedic
Town of Mount Pleasant Fire Dep.
02.2016 - 07.2023
Fire Lieutenant
Department Of Defense (Contract)
10.2006 - 02.2016
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Increased firefighter safety by enforcing strict adherence to department policies and procedures during emergency operations.
- Collaborated with other fire departments for mutual aid support during major incidents, augmenting available resources as needed to ensure public safety objectives were met efficiently.
Education
No Degree - Paramedicine
Low Country EMS
Walterboro, SC03-2017
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2001
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- Documentation and reporting
- Critical thinking
- Firefighter safety
- First aid certified
- Advanced life support
- Technical rescue
- Fire safety
- Critical decision-making skills
- Incident command
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Direct patient care
- Data analysis
- Standard operating procedures
- Medical response
- Patient management
- Intubation
- Building inspections
- Medical equipment usage
- Patient assessments
- Hazardous materials response
- Emergency response
- Emergency scene management
- Vehicle extrication
- Firefighting activities
- Pediatric advanced life support
Timeline
Firefighter III / Paramedic
City of Beaufort / Town of Port Royal Fire Dep.
02.2023 - Current
Engineer / Paramedic
Town of Mount Pleasant Fire Dep.
02.2016 - 07.2023
Fire Lieutenant
Department Of Defense (Contract)
10.2006 - 02.2016
No Degree - Paramedicine
Low Country EMS
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology
Michigan State University
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